Strikedeck

JUNE 18, 2019

Andy shares the challenges in the Age of the Customer, and looks forward to how it will differ in the Age of the Consumer.

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IntouchInsight

JUNE 19, 2019

In this recap of Forrester's CX NYC conference, we share what analysts and top brands are saying about the importance of humanizing the customer experience.

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CSM Practice

JUNE 19, 2019

The commonly used and highly effective customer success approach for early stage startup companies remains the high-touch model, in which every customer enjoys dedicated attention from their assigned customer success manager, throughout the their customer journey. However, as startups grow into larger companies with more customers, the white-glove service becomes unsustainable, posing the challenge of maintaining optimum customer experience while scaling the customer success team.

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GetFeedback

JUNE 16, 2019

Staying competitive in business today requires meeting and exceeding customer expectations. To do that, you first need to know what their expectations are. One of the best ways to find out exactly what your customers want is by collecting customer feedback through questionnaires. . By sending questionnaires to your customers, you can gather insights that will help you improve their experiences and move your business forward.

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Speaker: Jennifer Hodroge, Omni-Channel Strategic Leader, Forrester CX Certified

Marketers know that personalization is the key to engagement—but with limited budgets and time, how do you prioritize what, where, and how to personalize? Aligning your content, campaigns, and buyer experiences requires a deep understanding of customer needs. In this new webinar with expert Jennifer Hodroge, we’ll explore how to leverage insights and customer journey mapping to build personalization strategies that deliver real impact.

ROI

Experience Matters

JUNE 18, 2019

I’m frequently asked to share my views about the evolution of experience management (XM), so I’ve spoken (and written) about topics such as CX establishing the foundation for XM. For some recent speeches I’ve combined my personal introduction with a broader overview of the evolution of enterprise transformation. After several requests, I’ve captured the content in this short (5 minute) video.

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NICE inContact

JUNE 20, 2019

Traditionally quality management in the contact center has been focused on evaluating agent-assisted interactions — mainly phone. You know the routine — listen to a phone call, complete a form, send it to an agent, repeat. We already discussed the gap between the number of digital channels for CX that are supported in the contact center and the number of channels that are evaluated as part of a business’ QM programs.

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Kristina Evey

JUNE 20, 2019

Shaun Belding is a leading global expert and speaker on customer experience, leadership and building positive workplaces. He is the … Read More Episode 56 – Expert Shaun Belding Shares His Insights to Improve CX Success. The post Episode 56 – Expert Shaun Belding Shares His Insights to Improve CX Success appeared first on Kristina Evey.

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Alida

JUNE 21, 2019

Introducing the voice of the customer into every facet of VMware’s business is one of the most profound and exciting opportunities of my career. My team’s mission is to ignite systemic business improvements across VMware to maximize the customer (and partner, and employee) experience. In Customer Advocacy, we live by a “listen + act” philosophy: we deeply value customer input, we are always listening, and we drive real change based on what our customers tell us.

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Customer Bliss

JUNE 18, 2019

In my Daily Dose video series, I explore the topics that chief customer officers must grapple with on a daily basis. Join me as I discuss what I’ve learned over the course of my 35-year career, so that you can more effectively do the work that needs to be done. Today’s video is an excerpt from my online course , inspired by my book, Would You Do That To Your Mother?

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Savvy B2B marketers know that a great account-based marketing (ABM) strategy leads to higher ROI and sustainable growth. In this guide, we’ll cover: What makes for a successful ABM strategy? What are the key elements and capabilities of ABM that can make a real difference? How is AI changing workflows and driving functionality? This Martech Intelligence Report on Enterprise Account-Based Marketing examines the state of ABM in 2024 and what to consider when implementing ABM software.

Marketing

InMoment XI

JUNE 20, 2019

The term “innovation” conjures up a multitude of visions. Most people associate innovation with emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and 3D printing. Or they think of venture funded startup firms working on hot new products, such as Grail, which seeks to develop blood tests for early detection of cancers. But rarely is innovation.

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GetFeedback

JUNE 17, 2019

Watch this webinar to learn the latest results from CustomerThink's research into the most effective ways to prove the ROI of Customer Experience.

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Customer Experience ROI Customers 150

CX Journey

JUNE 17, 2019

Image courtesy of Pixabay I originally wrote today's post for Forbes. It appeared on the Forbes site on November 14, 2018. I've made some slight modifications since then, as it turned into a two-part series. This is the second in that series; the first part can be found here. In this follow-up to my article last month titled “Has Your Customer Experience Transformation Stalled?

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NICE inContact

JUNE 19, 2019

In today’s omnichannel customer service environment, savvy organizations offer their consumers multiple ways to interact with them, including agent-assisted and self-service methods. Being customer-centric means meeting customers how and where they want to be met. But are all channels equally effective at delivering a high-quality experience? And do companies understand consumer perceptions about their actual experiences?

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Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja

Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever

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InMoment XI

JUNE 17, 2019

Introducing the first CX Café customer and employee experience podcast: CEO of MaritzCX, Mike Sinoway, talks about emerging trends and technologies being seen in the customer experience industry. Hear how businesses can enhance customer experiences (CX) and employee experiences (EX), and what questions you should ask when starting a CX program to improve loyalty and retention.

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GetFeedback

JUNE 17, 2019

Watch this recorded webinar to learn 5 simple steps for setting up a successful voice of the customer program that drives real business value.

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Customers 150

CX Journey

JUNE 20, 2019

Image courtesy of Pixabay Today I'm pleased to share a guest post by Paul Laughlin, Chief Blogger at CustomerInsightLeader.com. This post originally appeared on Paul's site on February 21, 2019. The term Agile working is being used within more and more businesses. Although loosely defined, it generally refers to a more flexible and pacey way of working.

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NICE inContact

JUNE 21, 2019

Check Into Cash had both good news and bad news. The good news: The company’s main contact center had been successfully using CXone for five years. The bad news: The Check Into Cash retail collections team — 50 agents who collect past-due payments — were still using a legacy Genesys PBX dialer that had serious shortcomings, including no visibility into performance metrics and limited customization.

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Speaker: Carolyn Clark and Miriam Connaughton

Forget predictions, let’s focus on priorities for the year and explore how to supercharge your employee experience. Join Miriam Connaughton and Carolyn Clark as they discuss key HR trends for 2025—and how to turn them into actionable strategies for your organization. In this dynamic webinar, our esteemed speakers will share expert insights and practical tips to help your employee experience adapt and thrive.

Employee Experience

ShepHyken

JUNE 19, 2019

It’s been a while since I talked about the concepts of friction and convenience. Our customers have learned what it’s like to have a friction-free, no-hassle, convenient experience. They love doing business with the companies that make it easy. If it’s easy to switch companies, they are quick to switch when the experience is less than convenient. Perhaps the biggest friction point of all with customers is making them wait and disrespecting their time.

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Self Service Customer Service Conference Customer Service Training 133

GetFeedback

JUNE 17, 2019

Learn how you can build a simple and effective VoC program that impacts your bottom line.

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Customers 150

TechSee

JUNE 18, 2019

The insurance industry is at the forefront of the digital revolution. Mounting competition from non-traditional players cannibalizing market share with innovative business models has forced P&C insurers to integrate digital technologies into their operations to keep pace. In addition, insurers recognize that customer satisfaction stretches far beyond the purchase of a policy.

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NICE inContact

JUNE 19, 2019

Headquartered in Richardson, Texas, Fossil Group is an American fashion designer and manufacturer of distinctive watches, wallets, handbags, accessories, and wearables for a variety proprietary and licensed brands. Its 17 contact centers located around the world support the Fossil Group business , including 250 agents who support over 10 languages. Three third-party call centers take calls during off hours and busy holiday seasons.

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Customer Bliss

JUNE 20, 2019

In this episode, I chat with Bob Thomas , the first chief experience officer at The YMCA of the Greater Twin Cities, about establishing a scalable CX initiative at a nationwide non-profit. Many of you may be familiar with The YMCA (the Y), either from your own experiences at the center or because of the iconic song that many of us have danced to at parties.

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Employee Experience Culture Customer Experience Customer Journeys 128

GetFeedback

JUNE 16, 2019

Staying competitive in business today requires meeting and exceeding customer expectations. To do that, you first need to know what.

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Beyond Philosophy

JUNE 17, 2019

As I often tell my audiences, I am blessed and cursed. I am cursed with the fact that I can’t have a Customer Experience without analyzing it and defining what they should do differently. But I am also blessed, because my Customer Experience knowledge has fed my family for 20 years! So I shouldn’t complain. But my blessing/curse does get in the way of enjoying simple things, like restaurant meals.

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NICE inContact

JUNE 18, 2019

Digital is the new norm, and it’s disrupting the way customers communicate with brands. With the proliferation of newer digital devices and channels, customers prefer to reach brands through digital channels rather than voice channels. But companies deploying and promoting digital customer service channels, like chat or SMS, are not seeing the results with NPS, containment, and agent efficiency.

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Over the last two years, there’s been a 76 percent increase in AI adoption across sales organizations. The reason for its rise? AI increases teams’ productivity by predicting and automating actions that require manual effort. In other words, the research that takes reps hours, AI can do in seconds. For sales teams, AI opens up a world of new possibilities, including automating outreach, identifying best-fit buyers, and keeping CRMs flush with fresh data.

Sales

Kristina Evey

JUNE 20, 2019

?The value of every customer extends far beyond their monetary lifetime value. This episode shares how customers bring value to … Read More Episode 53 – Customer Value Beyond the Dollar Value. The post Episode 53 – Customer Value Beyond the Dollar Value appeared first on Kristina Evey.

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Customers Customer Experience Management Management Customer Experience 120

IntouchInsight

JUNE 20, 2019

CX thought leader, Colin Shaw, talks about the combined impact of your customers' most prominent memory, and their last memory with your brand.

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ShepHyken

JUNE 17, 2019

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Here are my top five picks from last week. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. 7 Powerful Customer Service Phrases You Need to Use by Josh Carlyle. (Qminder) Here are 7 powerful customer service phrases that can support your interaction with customers.

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